Marie Tremblay, a licensed real estate broker, is approached by her long-time friends, Jean and Sophie Dubois, who want her to help them find a new home in Laval. What is the very first thing Marie must do before beginning her search for properties on their behalf?

Question: Marie Tremblay, a licensed real estate broker, is approached by her long-time friends, Jean and Sophie Dubois, who want her to help them find a new home in Laval. What is the very first thing Marie must do before beginning her search for properties on their behalf?

Answer options: ✅ Present and explain the mandatory 'Brokerage Contract – Buyer' form to Jean and Sophie Dubois.

• Verify Jean and Sophie Dubois's identity and complete FINTRAC's individual identification information record.
• Advise Jean and Sophie Dubois to obtain a mortgage pre-approval before looking at houses.
• Provide Jean and Sophie Dubois with a copy of the 'Information Document to the Buyer'.

Correct answer: Present and explain the mandatory 'Brokerage Contract – Buyer' form to Jean and Sophie Dubois.

Explanation: According to the Real Estate Brokerage Act, a buyer's broker must use the mandatory 'Brokerage Contract – Buyer' form before offering brokerage services to a buyer.